http://feed.informer.com/digests/D1YYWEQU18/feeder Military Fitness - Military.com Originals Respective post owners and feed distributors Wed, 19 Jul 2023 23:39:34 +0000 Feed Informer http://feed.informer.com/ https://www.military.com/military-fitness/what-are-military-fitness-tests-workout-provides-preview Military-fitness urn:uuid:8ecae872-82fb-ccb6-0e6a-bbdd2e57d3d0 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 17:11:42 +0000 In most U.S. military fitness tests, mixing calisthenics with running and/or swimming is a common practice to improve muscle stamina and cardio endurance quickly. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/what-do-if-your-fitness-workouts-leave-you-feeling-lethargic Military-fitness urn:uuid:2bb503e4-f0b7-cbca-c1ef-21e39089994b Wed, 24 Apr 2024 17:00:56 +0000 While you might not feel at your peak during workouts, you might also notice that your performance isn't as low as you anticipated. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/high-performance-teams-are-tested-military-training-heres-how-pass-those-tests Military-fitness urn:uuid:84a4356d-f4d9-e95f-d35e-53b9fb4bea67 Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:03:34 +0000 From the start of your military experience, you are building your ability to become a team player and work together to accomplish daily tasks. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/marine-corps-boot-camp-how-physically-train-entrance-military Military-fitness urn:uuid:25a60653-5a21-810c-7ade-644dec3a36f1 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:21:39 +0000 The longer running distance and pull-ups alone are the events most people have trouble with when assessing themselves at the beginning of their Marine Corps fitness journey. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-enhanced-murph-workout-will-benefit-you-during-log-pt Military-fitness urn:uuid:24e92885-761a-578e-8be8-853135e393fd Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:09:43 +0000 The Murph Workout -- a Memorial Day tradition that honors fallen Navy SEAL Lt. 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Stew Smith, CSCS® https://www.military.com/military-fitness/great-pull-grip-debate-thumbs-top-or-around-bar Military-fitness urn:uuid:ca15ffb1-15a0-3251-2cba-994d9673d3bd Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:09:28 +0000 A wide variety of grips can make your pull-up workouts more enjoyable and diversify the strain on wrists, elbows, shoulders, joints and muscles. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/best-fitness-exercises-target-your-entire-upper-body Military-fitness urn:uuid:ab74a006-2a22-ce29-35d7-574fd9e512d2 Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:12:40 +0000 This workout combination will feature useful combinations of upper-body pushing and pulling exercises for an effective workout. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-equalize-pressure-relieve-head-pain-while-swimming-underwater Military-fitness urn:uuid:cfd40bda-22fe-5eb0-5458-13880ee46092 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 14:36:03 +0000 Many people learn to clear their ears (and sinuses) when swimming or diving underwater out of necessity. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/best-core-training-methods-focus-stability-rotation-and-movement-coordination-or-just-lift-weights Military-fitness urn:uuid:1709b400-ad94-f7c4-29b7-c8811aa016de Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:38:08 +0000 Core training has always been part of military PT and fitness testing. 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Stew Smith, CSCS® https://www.military.com/military-fitness/introduction-intuitive-eating-and-better-relationship-food Military-fitness urn:uuid:49523f73-571d-324f-4826-0bcfc20750a9 Mon, 01 Apr 2024 17:43:04 +0000 Maybe instead of thinking about our food options as "good" or "bad" and feeling the guilt associated with "cheating on the diet," we should discover some healthy strategies to replace dieting. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/service-members-and-recruits-share-their-favorite-military-fitness-workouts Military-fitness urn:uuid:9396ec5d-5ba7-a0cd-ad89-ddd51b776173 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 15:51:01 +0000 As military candidates and active-duty military personnel, engaging in a diverse range of fitness training is crucial. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-turn-swimming-strength-special-operations-selection-programs Military-fitness urn:uuid:ab51beab-091e-b470-9303-3b04346aecb4 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:11:36 +0000 Preparing for any military diving or rescue swimmer course requires a significant time investment, not only to get into swimming shape but also to learn a wide variety of skills in the water. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/hardest-part-of-special-operations-selection-programs-and-how-handle-it Military-fitness urn:uuid:eae3dbd0-5798-97d0-aad0-2ef89157257e Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:42:41 +0000 Contrary to what one might expect, the most arduous part of a U.S. special operations selection program is not the actual event itself. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-become-better-swimmer-navy-dive-school Military-fitness urn:uuid:3f8861d6-b26f-7b49-1f23-9b230e93defd Fri, 22 Mar 2024 15:34:35 +0000 Many fitness and pool competency skills must be acquired before attending special ops programs. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/5-ways-spice-your-push-workout-routine Military-fitness urn:uuid:dbff8035-7126-453d-49cc-e5480530d0dd Wed, 20 Mar 2024 17:18:42 +0000 You can try many options, from where to place your hands and adding a weight vest to the range of motion and choreography of other exercises. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/grounding-does-touching-earth-provide-health-benefits-or-it-pseudoscience Military-fitness urn:uuid:f5f57203-5eac-5a91-6d41-664197c2a9dd Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:53:57 +0000 Whether it is taking relaxing breaths in nature or your body's vitamin D response from the sunlight, you can lower your blood pressure, support bone health and improve mental health in just minutes a day. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/5-ways-make-lower-intensity-zone-2-endurance-training-more-fun Military-fitness urn:uuid:887b0ab9-7142-0f5c-09b2-48623010c22f Fri, 15 Mar 2024 16:13:35 +0000 Zone 2 workouts have been the way to build a cardiovascular and endurance base for athletes and exercises since the beginning of fitness. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-continue-exercising-well-your-senior-years Military-fitness urn:uuid:7dd11a4f-2e21-d892-ae71-841068650537 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:18:57 +0000 Staying active as we age is as essential as eating food and drinking water. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/getting-stronger-5x5-classic-way-lift Military-fitness urn:uuid:c566e7a8-9866-1d0f-2347-17910db97296 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 20:17:29 +0000 While fitness requirements may vary across different military roles, the need for strength remains constant and grows more crucial each year. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-squeeze-go-fitness-workout-busy-day Military-fitness urn:uuid:f4d0ec9e-736d-f45e-8460-41fa3373ba88 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 16:23:49 +0000 When life gets in the way or an illness or injury prevents you from performing your typical workout, do you have a minimum standard go-to activity? https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-prospective-army-rangers-can-trim-their-5-mile-run-times Military-fitness urn:uuid:ccd383ed-38be-cba6-ac3d-f86314f3aa44 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:27:00 +0000 You will see running, rucking and high-repetition calisthenics while preparing for Ranger School through the Ranger Fitness Test. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/accepting-rule-of-thirds-everyday-life-and-your-fitness-training Military-fitness urn:uuid:cee22799-890a-452c-bcae-fbabd211d2c4 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:17:58 +0000 The Rule of Thirds encourages us to view obstacles as opportunities for growth and breakthroughs. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/these-running-and-swimming-workouts-will-prepare-you-special-ops-testing Military-fitness urn:uuid:7518f1b8-e03d-8719-dee2-45ad8e63c76d Fri, 01 Mar 2024 17:42:11 +0000 When preparing for fitness tests, such as the Navy Special Warfare/Special Ops Physical Screening Test (PST) or the Air Force Special Warfare Initial Fitness Test (IFT), it is recommended to do workouts that will help you manage all three sections of the test. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-adjust-your-weekly-running-mileage-navy-seal-training Military-fitness urn:uuid:506bfce6-c5fd-4dbd-1357-6b2ae077f41e Wed, 28 Feb 2024 18:44:28 +0000 This is the most common question asked by candidates preparing for the high attrition rate school known as Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL training (BUD/S): How many miles per week should I run before attending Navy SEAL training? https://www.military.com/military-fitness/why-microdosing-10-minute-mini-workouts-can-actually-work Military-fitness urn:uuid:fa89de1c-8eaa-33bd-ff23-9d2966960e98 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:29:47 +0000 Microdosing refers to doing quick workouts to maintain fitness levels when you don't have time to get to a full gym or to do a full workout. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-weight-vests-increase-intensity-of-your-fitness-workouts Military-fitness urn:uuid:21e2ae9e-70b5-2f1d-fa5a-396466e53896 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:38:31 +0000 Weight-vest sales saw more than a 26% increase in the last year, according to recent data from Garage Gym Reviews, indicating that strength training is growing in popularity. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/9-fitness-challenges-help-you-become-healthier-adult Military-fitness urn:uuid:1459c20a-c57e-3121-bd83-2c6fae90a7c6 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 16:17:40 +0000 If you are considering joining the military, you are required to meet a certain level of fitness and health. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/individual-effort-vs-team-effort-why-both-are-important-success Military-fitness urn:uuid:ac07d865-9ff5-586f-0908-bf1c2143a905 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 19:36:02 +0000 Learning to be a better team player is an ingrained skill set in military personnel from the beginning of basic training and beyond. 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17:21:57 +0000 If we regularly stretch, move, balance and strengthen our muscles and joints, we will improve our flexibility, mobility and stability. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-workout-can-make-you-more-confident-special-ops-swimmer Military-fitness urn:uuid:00d3ae04-04e0-2ad7-e6bb-b3dc777b72f4 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:26:12 +0000 When selecting swim workouts to do, pick the options that you are the most uncomfortable doing. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/what-long-term-fitness-training-plan-looks-joining-military Military-fitness urn:uuid:feb56c0e-93f3-e02e-d2c6-af29970b04ac Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:24:26 +0000 During your "thinking about serving" process, you may find several options that appeal to you, and deciding on what branch of service and what job you want to do is just as challenging as your initial decision to serve. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/3-fitness-activities-we-need-keep-doing-or-add-our-routine-we-age Military-fitness urn:uuid:17742a4e-0a72-453e-f896-6bc6cd7aa840 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 20:27:58 +0000 Risks can be mitigated through the three key activities to longevity: cardiovascular training (activities such as walking, swimming, biking, etc.), strength training and balance training. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/use-workout-assess-your-strength-and-muscle-stamina Military-fitness urn:uuid:f4c742aa-3ec1-b6ce-92a6-7bd9a82bd709 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 18:47:50 +0000 Here is a challenging but quick workout to add to your upper-body day and see where you rank on a spectrum of training when preparing for calisthenics and weighted calisthenics fitness tests. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/6-tips-switching-treadmill-road-running Military-fitness urn:uuid:465cc2f4-c37c-0942-9ba2-be9727845ce8 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:08:53 +0000 Transitioning from running on a treadmill indoors to going outdoors again has several challenges that runners should consider when hitting the pavement for the first time in a long time. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/workout-will-prepare-you-tough-special-ops-selection-programs Military-fitness urn:uuid:a494b4e1-acb2-3b3c-4d2c-9bf15ad6fbc7 Fri, 26 Jan 2024 18:15:15 +0000 One thing that has always been true is that there is no 30-minute workout that prepares you for a day of spec-ops training, so put in the time https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-military-veterans-can-train-continue-serving-their-communities Military-fitness urn:uuid:9244022f-3644-cb13-05fb-2d74ffeaf669 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 15:44:56 +0000 After a career in the military before retiring in your early 40s, you may feel like you have service left in you. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-new-recruits-should-prepare-visit-military-recruiter-and-why-it-matters Military-fitness urn:uuid:78a47fb5-01d4-e3ce-2fe4-cd1a56e83085 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:22:38 +0000 Too many young people looking to join the U.S. military treat their first visit to the recruiter as a job fair, not a job interview. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/what-recruits-should-know-about-physically-preparing-join-military Military-fitness urn:uuid:77738bea-0dda-b575-b250-751ac04b72c9 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 17:37:05 +0000 Consider joining once you hit a certain level of physical performance and activity. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-cross-train-effectively-special-operations-jobs Military-fitness urn:uuid:e76b9f23-ecdd-4e68-5fe7-2eded179db0a Wed, 17 Jan 2024 19:04:00 +0000 For the spec-ops tactical athlete, you need to get good at all of the fitness elements, including strength, power, speed, agility, grip, muscle stamina, endurance, flexibility and mobility. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/fitness-intensity-how-tell-how-hard-youre-working-your-goals Military-fitness urn:uuid:931183e6-231b-1991-db25-17dc1b876888 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 20:35:49 +0000 While how you feel during a workout is important, there is a more objective way to grade your effort. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/3-tips-maintain-your-energy-levels-throughout-day Military-fitness urn:uuid:0574ccff-e4d5-566a-6f50-756dd7fea403 Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:11:54 +0000 Here is a list of rituals to add to your day to help “postprandial narcolepsy” from ruining your productivity. https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-adjust-pyramid-fitness-training-program-achieve-best-results Military-fitness urn:uuid:32966bea-e30a-e01e-795d-a1c364dae000 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 18:07:48 +0000 https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-avoid-dangers-of-extreme-temperatures Military-fitness urn:uuid:6d3ac77c-6adf-42b6-08bd-127a72b54ba5 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 18:04:39 +0000 https://www.military.com/military-fitness/these-workout-options-can-help-you-start-moving-again Military-fitness urn:uuid:939f74f7-4a5d-68f0-ed38-d524a6fefb4b Mon, 08 Jan 2024 21:22:25 +0000 https://www.military.com/military-fitness/how-advanced-track-workout-can-improve-your-military-fitness-test-scores 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